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title: "UKRI-3971 MRC NATA Purchase of Oligonucleotide Synthesis"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048637"
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# UKRI-3971 MRC NATA Purchase of Oligonucleotide Synthesis

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048637

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has issued a tender for the provision of Oligonucleotide Synthesis, with the aim of identifying an appropriate provider of ASO and siRNA oligonucleotides for the NATA programme. The procurement process is open, with the tender currently in the active stage. The tender will cover the supply of goods, specifically peptones and protein substances within the research and development industry category. The contract, valued at £900,000, will initially run for one year with an option to extend it for up to two additional one-year periods, potentially spanning a total of three years. The deadline for submission is set for 30th August 2024, and the procurement is to be conducted electronically. The project is located in Oxfordshire, within the UKJ14 region.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in biotechnology, particularly those involved in oligonucleotide synthesis. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, though selection will be based solely on the procurement criteria. Companies involved in the research and development of protein substances, and those capable of delivering high-quality ASO and siRNA oligonucleotides, will find this tender particularly beneficial. The open procedure ensures a transparent and competitive bidding process, providing a level playing field for eligible businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

UKRI-MRC wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of Oligonucleotide Synthesis. The aim of the tender exercise is to identify an appropriate provider of ASO and siRNA oligonucleotides for NATA.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of Oligonucleotide Synthesis. The aim of the tender exercise is to identify an appropriate provider of ASO and siRNA oligonucleotides for NATA. The contract duration shall be for an initial period of 1 year with an option to extend for two further one year period (1+1+1). The total contract duration shall be for 3 years. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UQM3H3FQ32

Options: The contract duration shall be for an initial period of 1 year with an option to extend for two further one year period (1+1+1).

Renewal: The contract duration shall be for an initial period of 1 year with an option to extend and renew for two further one year period (1+1+1).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023893-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 24956000 - Peptones and protein substances
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2024 at 09:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023893-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=879314009
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UQM3H3FQ32
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Peptones-and-protein-substances./UQM3H3FQ32

## Provenance

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